Canon EF 24-70mm f2.8L II USM Lens
£2299.00
The all-purpose Canon EF 24-70mm f2.8L II USM Lens is a pro-spec, fast aperture zoom lens that's suitable for all areas of photography. The Canon EF 24-70mm f2.8L II USM lens features a new, redesigned optical system that includes two ultra-low dispersion (UD) and super UD aspheric elements to minimise colour aberration and ensure exceptional sharpness, even at the maximum 70mm focal length. Each lens element also features Canon’s optimised Super Spectra coatings to reduce ghosting and flare and ensure excellent colour balance. The lens features a compact and tough L series construction to protect the lens from knocks and bumps as well as against dust and moisture. The fast maximum aperture of f/2.8 and USM (Ultrasonic Motor) allows for fast, low light shooting and near-silent focusing with full-time manual override. The Canon EF 24-70mm lens provides the out of focus areas with an attractive blur thanks to its rounded 9 blade diaphragm. More
Canon EF 24-70mm f2.8L II USM Lens Further Details
10th Feburary 2012 - "This week Canon officially added three new EF lenses to their lineup, including the very much anticipated next generation 24-70mm f2.8 lens as well as two replacements for the very popular 24mm f2.8 and 28mm f2.8 primes." Read more about the New Lenses here...
Canon EF 24-70mm f2.8L II USM Lens
- Next-generation optical design, featuring ultra-low dispersion (UD) and super UD elements for exceptional sharpness.
- Fast f/2.8 maximum aperture for low-light shooting and control over depth of field.
- Aspherical lens elements combat chromatic aberration.
- L-series build quality; sealed against dust and moisture.
- Tough construction protects against knocks and bumps.
- Fluorine coated front and rear elements for easy cleaning.
- Ultrasonic AF for fast, near-silent focusing with full-time manual override.
- Minimum focus distance of 0.38m.
- Nine-bladed circular aperture diaphragm for smooth natural bokeh.
Background
- The original EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM lens was introduced in November 2002 to replace the EF 28-70mm f/2.8L USM.
- The EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM is a very popular lens noted for its versatility and image quality.
- With the progression of the digital camera age, Canon has listened to users’ demands for a version of this lens that offers higher image quality and a reduction of performance loss resulting from long-term use in harsh environments.
- As a response, Canon has developed and released the EF24-70mm f/2.8L II USM, offering extremely high image quality.
In Comparison: Canon 24-70mm f2.8L II USM vs Canon 24-70mm f2.8L USM
| Model |
Canon 24-70mm f2.8L II USM |
Canon 24-70mm f2.8L USM |
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| Date introduced |
Feb 2012 |
Nov 2002 |
| Weather sealing |
Yes |
Yes |
| Aspherical element* |
3 |
2 |
| Ultra low dispersion element (UD
)** |
1x super UD & 2 x UD |
1x UD |
| Circular aperture |
9 blades |
8 blades |
| Min. focusing distance |
0.38m |
0.38m |
| Fluorine coating*** |
Yes |
No |
| Image Stabiliser |
No |
No |
| Filter diameter |
82mm |
77mm |
| Full Time Manual Focus |
Yes |
Yes |
| Zoom ring lock |
Yes |
No |
| Length |
113mm |
123.5mm |
| Weight |
Aprox 805g |
Aprox 950g |
Technical Section
Canon EF 24-70mm f2.8L II USM Lens Reviews
Canon EF 24-70mm f2.8L II USM Lens Specifications
| Zoom or Prime | Zoom |
| Focal length - wide (mm) | 24 |
| Focal length - tele (mm) | 70 |
| Max aperture - wide | 2.8 |
| Max aperture - tele | 2.8 |
| Autofocus motor | USM |
| Lens mount | Canon EF |
| Sensor format | Full Frame |
| Filter thread (mm) | 82 |
| Hood model | EW-88C |
| Minimum focus distance | 0.38m |
| Weight (g) | 805 |
| Size | 88.5 x 113mm |
| Colour | Black |
| Minimum aperture | 22 |
| Lens elements | 18 |
| Lens groups | 13 |
| Aperture blades | 9 |
| MF switch | Yes |
| Manufacturers link | Click here |
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Product Code:
PWD1578
Manufacturer #:
5175B005AA
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